Theatre - Time to come home again

Posted December 6, 2007

Another holiday tradition, a must-see for the family, is the Vineyard Playhouse production of "The Homecoming." The show is an adaptation of Earl Hamner Jr.'s story, which later inspired the television show, "The Waltons."

The heartwarming story is about an Appalachian mountain family in the 1930s and told through the eyes of the oldest son, Clay-Boy. On Christmas Eve, the father still hasn't come home, leaving everyone to worry and wait. This wonderful play is about family, community, and the value of love and joy.

A scene from the 2004 production of "The Homecoming" at the Vineyard Playhouse. Photo by Ralph Stewart. Click photo for larger version.

This year's production is sponsored by the Liman Foundation and dedicated to the memory of Virginia Hackney, "a joyous force and memorable part of so many holiday plays at the Vineyard Playhouse," said Ms. Bruder Munafo.

Take a trip back in time for a homespun Christmas story that the whole family will enjoy.